Category Archives: Business Tips

BY: RACHEL SMITH
Have you ever thought of an amazing idea for a new business in town? Or ever looked around our community and longed for a certain type of business?
Ideas are a dime a dozen, really. Concepts floating through our subconscious as the ‘what if’ or ‘wishes’ that seem so far out of reach. It...

Grow your small business with LinkedIn by using these seven proven tactics. Content was provided by LinkedIn Search Marketing Specialist Amber Bockman.
There are nearly 30 million small businesses in the United States, but only half of them will make it past five years. To ensure your small business is in the successful half,...

Most of the time being a better listener means closing your mouth and not thinking about what you will say next. But the real listening help most small business owners need in today’s business climate is digital.

Why Being a Good Listener is Important

In addition to people feeling more valued when they believe you’re listening to...

As a prelude to our Chamber’s 75th anniversary in 2018, wewill highlight the original charter members who have been chamber members since 1943. Click here for the full Charter Member Revisited article.
Five Questions for….Mark Hewitt
Mark is the President and CEO for Clear Lake Bank & Trust. Both he and his bank have been...